Bunker Hill Community College

PROGRAM OVERVIEW

BIOTECHNOLOGY OPTION - 2009
Biological Science Program
(Associate in Science Degrees):

This program offers two degree options: Biology Transfer and Biotechnology. Each option prepares students for employment and for transfer to four-year colleges and universities. It engages students in industry-level, inquiry based laboratory activities in order to develop and strengthen their critical thinking as well as their industry skills.

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Overview

To view the Biology Transfer option click here.

For further information, please contact:
Robert Steeper
Professor & Science Department Chair
(617) 228 3322
rsteeper@bhcc.mass.edu
or
Shahira Badran
Assistant Professor & Biotechnology Program Coordinator
(617) 228 3446
sbadran@bhcc.mass.edu

Program ID - AS.BIOTC

This option covers the concepts, methodology and techniques of biochemistry, cell biology, genetics, cell culture, molecular biology, immunology, bioinformatics and microbiology. The option provides students with a rigorous academic background as well as industry-specific laboratory skills including sophisticated laboratory procedures, experimental design, data interpretation, and equipment maintenance. The program also reinforces general industry-specific skills such as communication, organization and teamwork. Graduates of this program may transfer to four-year colleges and universities to continue their studies in biotechnology or other life sciences.

Career Outlook:
Students completing this option qualify for entry level positions in a wide range of biotechnology disciplines in industry, police, government and academic labs. These positions require a biotechnology certificate, AS degree or BS degree with 0-2 years of experience. Such positions offer the possibility of merit bonus and promotion and are available locally as well as nationwide.

Upon completetion of this option graduates will be able to:

• Use currently accepted biological, chemical, and physical concepts to investigate problems and ideas presented in advanced biological study.
• Use biological concepts to evaluate their own sciencerelated concerns such as personal health or careers.
• Use laboratory technology, equipment and techniques to investigate scientific problems critically and safely using proper scientific methods.
• Use molecular and cellular laboratory techniques that are commonly used in Biotechnology.
• Explain the major concepts of cell structure, function and cellular processes that are key to life.
• Explain current models, concepts and principles of genetics and inheritance.
• Explain and apply the underlying concepts of current topics and experimental models in molecular biology and Biotechnology.
• Use industry skills and work practices of the biotechnology industry for direct employment.

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